The early season bullpen landscape has already shifted, as Hogan Harris has become the only A’s reliever to record a save this month, while Kirby Yates of the Angels squandered a save chance that sparked debate among managers.
In Minnesota, a rotating closer committee has been testing fresh arms, and Andrew Morris celebrated his first career save, a milestone that highlights the team’s depth and the unpredictable nature of late‑inning roles.
Gerrit Cole is scheduled to make his first regular‑season start since September 2024, a comeback that has drawn considerable attention from analysts and fantasy enthusiasts eager to gauge his current form.
Injury updates continue to ripple through lineups: Trent Grisham was removed from Wednesday’s game with a bruised shoulder, Jackson Merrill tweaked his back and will undergo imaging, and Thomas White has been placed on the seven‑day injured list in Triple‑A, a move that could reshape the club’s depth chart.
On the mound, Kyle Harrison delivered a stellar seven‑inning outing, scattering just two hits while posting a shutout, a performance that has revived discussions about his long‑term role in the rotation.
Streaming Options
Analysts at FanGraphs have highlighted a trio of streaming pitchers for the upcoming slate: Eduardo Rodriguez, Jeffrey Springs, and Chris Bassitt, each offering favorable matchups and recent form that could translate into solid fantasy points.
Meanwhile, rookie phenom Sal Stewart continues to dominate, already boasting 12 home runs and climbing the fantasy player rater, while Justin Crawford’s groundball rate tops the league at 61.1 percent, making him a valuable asset for contact‑oriented strategies.
The combination of emerging closers, injury concerns, and standout performances underscores a dynamic period for the sport, promising further twists as the season progresses.